Rockford, MN (September 2, 2026) – Five people were injured Monday afternoon in a three-vehicle accident on Hwy 25 at 40th St SE in Rockford Township. The collision happened around 4:36 p.m.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, all three vehicles were traveling north on Hwy 25 when they collided near 40th St SE. A 57-year-old Jeep Grand Cherokee driver from Buffalo suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Four passengers in a Chrysler Town & Country were also hurt. They included children ages 1, 4, 5, and 8, with all four listed as having non-life-threatening injuries and taken to Buffalo Hospital.
The circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation. We hope everyone hurt makes a full recovery.
Three-Vehicle Accidents on Highways in Wright County
Multi-vehicle accidents can cause injuries because several vehicles may become involved within seconds. Traffic traveling in the same direction can create a chain reaction when one vehicle slows, changes lanes, or stops unexpectedly.
Drivers can reduce the risk of a serious roadway collision by maintaining a safe following distance and remaining alert to changes in traffic. Keeping attention on the road also gives drivers more time to react to sudden movements by vehicles ahead.
Seat belts are another key safety measure for drivers and passengers. Proper restraint use can help prevent occupants from being thrown inside a vehicle during a severe collision and may reduce the severity of injuries.
